Maxwell's Test snub surprises Lehmann

Former Australian cricket coach Darren Lehmann is surprised by all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's omission from Australia's 15-man Test squad to face Pakistan in the UAE next month.

Lehmann said the Victorian would be disappointed to be left out of new coach Justin Langer's side, particularly after not being afforded the chance to push for selection as part of the recent Australia A tour of India.

"At least give him an opportunity in the Australia A side to see what he can do before they announce the Test squad.

"He played very well in India a couple of years ago and got his first Test hundred," Lehmann told Macquarie Sports Radio.